Places And Travel
The State Parks With Petrified Wood
State parks preserving petrified wood, from Ginkgo in Washington and Escalante in Utah to Valley of Fire, Palo Duro Canyon and the North Dakota badlands.
12 Wallet-Friendly Small Towns To Retire In California
In Red Bluff, Lakeport, and Banning, the typical home costs under half the California median, making these 12 small towns wallet-friendly places to retire.
The Longest Swinging Bridge In America
At 680 feet, the SkyBridge in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is the longest swinging bridge in the US. Here is how it works and the longer bridge proposed nearby.
11 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In The Rockies
From Banff to Telluride, explore 11 adorable Rocky Mountain towns filled with stunning views, outdoor adventure, and cozy local charm.
6 Underrated Washington Towns Worth the Drive in 2026
Take a road trip through six underrated Washington towns in 2026, where historic landmarks and local festivals reward curious travelers.
The Counties Where Homes Cost The Most
Not all costs of living are created equal between different counties in the United States. Here are the most expensive home prices by county.
The Key West Of The North
Put-in-Bay on Lake Erie's South Bass Island is reached by ferry only, with swim-up bars, golf carts and, per Guinness, the world's longest permanent bar.
The Snake Infested State Parks On The East Coast
The East Coast’s snake line falls in Virginia. North of it the venomous species are inland. South of it the shore itself is the habitat. Eight parks, ranked.
9 Best Colorado Towns For A Weekend Trip
Nine Colorado weekend towns, from Telluride's miners' hospital museum to the world's largest mineral hot springs pool in Glenwood Springs.
Why Copperheads Den Under Porches And Sheds
Copperheads return to the same den for years and rarely arrive alone. What that means for the space under your shed.
11 Quebec Towns With Unforgettable Main Streets
These 11 Quebec towns have main streets lined with art galleries, cafés, and heritage churches, with waterfront views in Tadoussac, Percé, and Saint-Michel.
11 Best Lake Towns In America For Retirees
The best lake towns to retire in America, from bargain Hot Springs to resort-ready Horseshoe Bay, with boating, golf, and senior tax breaks.
10 Most Charming Town Squares In Florida
Ten Florida town squares worth the detour, from the Plaza de la Constitucion in St. Augustine to Sebring's circular Circle Park and Ocala's square.
The Towns In New York Where Retirees Are Moving To
Across New York, older residents are choosing new places to call home, and the mix of towns attracting them is surprisingly varied.
11 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In The Great Lakes
Sprinkled along the immense shores of the Great Lakes like fairy dust, these small towns douse you in opportunities to stretch your legs.
9 Ideal Victoria Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
These nine destinations offer different ways to spend three days in Victoria, whether the focus is history, forest trails, or river landscapes.
11 Welcoming Towns to Retire on the Pacific Coast
Retire on the Pacific Coast, where charming towns offer exploration, relaxation, and a picturesque, vacation-like lifestyle every day.
These 12 Towns In California's Sierra Nevada Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026
These 12 Towns In California’s Sierra Nevada Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026, pairing Lake Tahoe shores and Gold Rush streets with Mount Whitney views.
The Longest Suspension Bridges In The United States
New York's Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge tops this ranking of US suspension bridges by main span, ahead of California's Golden Gate and Michigan's Mackinac.
9 Best Places To Retire In British Columbia
Where to retire in B.C. without paying coastal prices: nine towns with detached homes below the provincial average and a hospital close at hand.
9 Most Peaceful Small Towns In Arizona
Arizona's nine most peaceful small towns, from Grand Canyon Village and Page to Payson and Ajo, pair quiet trails and open desert with restful places to stay.
The United States Towns In A Permanent Rain Shadow
Eleven US towns sit permanently behind mountains that take their rain, from Death Valley Junction at 2 inches a year to Sunnyside, Washington, at 8.
The Oldest Carousels In the United States
Two carousels built in 1876 still run in Oak Bluffs and Watch Hill, and five more from before 1904 are still spinning, most for a dollar or two a ride.
The Snake Infested State Parks In The Appalachians
From Cheaha in Alabama to Harriman in New York, these Appalachian state parks are home to timber rattlesnakes and copperheads, and how to hike them safely.
The United States's 9 Most Laid-Back Towns
Nine laid-back US towns, including Decorah, Iowa, Cannon Beach, Oregon, and Hanalei, Hawaii, where quiet trails, waterfalls, beaches, and spas set the tone.
The Oldest Castles In America
America's oldest castles, from the brick walls of Bacon's Castle and the coquina Castillo de San Marcos to Castle Tucker and Castle Williams.
The Towns On The Gulf Coast Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To
Gulf Coast retiree towns across Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi, compared on typical home values, 65-plus newcomers, hospitals, and local transit.
These Kentucky Towns Have The Best Views In The State
In four Kentucky towns the best views arrive with the history attached, including a sandstone arch, a moonbow, and the state song's birthplace.
2026's Newest National Park in the United States
Chiricahua National Park in southeastern Arizona became the 64th national park on October 20, 2026, protecting volcanic rock spires and Apache history.
New York's Top Fall Attraction in 2026 Boasts a Record-Breaking Maze
A 2.3-acre maze of 1,000 arborvitae at Shamrock Christmas Tree Farm in Mattituck is the largest evergreen hedge maze in the contiguous US.
Where Young Families Are Putting Down Roots In Pennsylvania
Why young families are moving to Pennsylvania, what homes cost in seven fast-growing towns, and the best things to do with kids in each one.
10 Underrated Georgia Towns Worth the Drive in 2026
From St. Simons Island and Brunswick on the coast to Rome, Cedartown, and Tallulah Falls up north, these 10 Georgia small towns pair history with outdoor fun.
This 4,000-Acre Scottish Estate Has A 1634 Castle And Still Makes Its Own Power
Monzie Estate in Perthshire runs to 4,000 acres with a 1634 castle, an 1831 church and a 1952 hydro plant that still powers every cottage. You can rent one.
9 Most Walkable Town Centers In South Australia
These pedestrian-friendly town centers provide a uniquely intimate way to experience South Australia, one street, landmark, and local stop at a time.
The Towns In The Pacific Northwest Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To
Where Pacific Northwest retirees are actually moving, and how taxes, home prices, and hospitals compare across nine towns in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho.
The Towns In Northern California Where Retirees Are Actually Moving To
Six Northern California towns for retirees, including Lincoln, Auburn, and Sonoma, with senior centers, nearby hospitals, trails, and Gold Rush history.
The State Parks That Feel Like Zion
The State Parks That Feel Like Zion. Hike lava flows in Snow Canyon, slide down coral pink dunes near Kanab, or walk across a sandstone arch in Kentucky.
2026's 9 Best Small Towns To Visit In Washington
Washington's small towns like Anacortes, Poulsbo, and Aberdeen fill this list with island ferries, Norwegian bakeries, whale watching, and timber history.
7 Small Towns In The Ozarks That Come Alive In The Fall
Whether hiking an alpine lake trail or traversing a limestone tunnel, be prepared for the small towns in the Ozarks to leave you breathless this fall.
Which US County Has The Most Water Inside It?
Over 90 percent of some counties is water, and it has little to do with their land. From the Great Lakes to the Keys, it is about where the line stops.